Trade
Indonesia to levy 100-200% duties on clothing, ceramics, minister says
Tariffs could also soon affect imports of footwear, textiles and cosmetics
Markets
Foreign investors in China seek new catalysts as stock rally fizzles
Low hopes for meaningful property measures at Communist Party's key third plenum
Food & Beverage
In vino veritas: Australia wrestles with wine glut
Falling consumption among young, thirst for quality fuels change at wineries
Economy
Vietnam GDP grew 6.93% in Q2 with risks to recovery 'high'
Growth exceeds expectations in supply chain hub, puts Vietnam on track for 2024 target
Economy
Japan industrial production disrupted by Daihatsu, Toyota woes
Stoppages in auto industry continue to weigh heavily on economy, data shows
Currencies
Yen's purchasing power hits all-time low, at one-third of peak
Japanese households see annual costs rise $560 on costlier food and energy
Inflation
U.S. inflation cools in May; consumer spending rises moderately
Flat reading on prices boosts hope for Fed interest rate cuts this year
International relations
Taiwan announces Thailand investment deal, marking first pact under Lai
Move picks up where Tsai left off in diversifying economic ties away from China
Currencies
Japan appoints Atsushi Mimura as top currency diplomat as yen falls
Director-general of international bureau will replace Masato Kanda on July 31
Politics
Iranians vote in presidential polls as economic crisis bites
U.S. elections could shift standoff over Tehran's disputed nuclear program
Politics
Mongolia votes in historic election under revamped system
Parliament expanded to promote inclusion but public shows little enthusiasm
International relations
U.S. and Japan face disconnect over further China chip controls
Trilateral with South Korea produces agreement on supply chain cooperation
Economy
Philippine central bank chief says August rate cut 'more likely' than before
Keeps key interest rate on hold for now amid lingering inflation worries
Currencies
Analysts expect next Japan forex intervention around 165
Tokyo awaiting May U.S. inflation data on Friday: Mizuho
Currencies
Yen slides under 160 to lowest level since 1986; Japan stocks fall
Drop stokes expectations for government and BOJ to step in again
Economy
Kishidanomics market reforms earn high marks from Japan watchers
PM seen lagging on structural reforms and fiscal health as political pressure mounts
Terrorism
Pakistan eyes new counterterror operations as security deteriorates
Government unveils plan after Chinese official warns future investment at risk
Sri Lanka crisis
Sri Lanka reaches $5.8bn debt restructuring deal with Japan, India, others
Export-Import Bank of China also signs $4.2bn agreement
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Immigration
Philippines, Bangladesh push Asian migrant numbers to record high
6.93 million workers go abroad in 2023 as remittances hit $371.5 billion
Property
Thailand to court foreign buyers amid condominium supply glut
Government to ease rules as domestic purchasing power weakens
Economy
Tourism surges to Japan's No. 2 'export,' behind cars
Annualized spending hits $45bn amid weak yen, outpacing electronic parts and steel
Economy
China's Li says EVs and batteries meet domestic demand, enrich global supply
Premier speaks at World Economic Forum meeting in Dalian amid trade tensions
Work
South Korea factory blaze highlights risks to migrant workers
Government opens employment door wider despite safety concerns
Markets
Thailand expands ESG fund criteria to boost sluggish bourse
Political risk and corporate scandals still haunt investor confidence
Economy
Indonesia looks to curb cost concerns over Prabowo's free meal program
Finance minister says budgetary deficit will stay under 3% of GDP in 2025